This course is perfect for anyone looking to gain confidence and enhance their mountain biking abilities, whether you're brand new to MTB or an experienced rider aiming to refine your skills. With a friendly, personalised approach, your coach Steve, a British Cycling certified instructor with decades of experience, will guide you through the essential techniques needed for safe and enjoyable off-road riding. Each course is tailored to meet your specific needs, offering both one-to-one and group options to ensure your progression.
Over the course of three hours, you will be guided through the foundational skills essential for mountain biking. The session starts with a detailed bike set-up and safety check to ensure your equipment is optimised for the trails. You'll then progress to mastering riding positions, helping you maintain control and confidence on the bike. Steve’s tailored instruction will help you improve your balance and movement, which is key to navigating more technical terrain.
Next, you’ll dive into gear selection for efficient riding and learn how to brake effectively and in a controlled manner, ensuring your descents remain smooth and safe. Climbing and descending techniques will be demonstrated, and you'll practice these on real-world terrain. Cornering, small step ups, and step downs will round out the session, equipping you with all the tools to handle typical trail features with greater ease and confidence.
The course takes place at the gorgeous Coed y Brenin, a renowned spot for mountain biking enthusiasts.
Nestled in the heart of North Wales, this location offers the perfect mix of challenging singletrack trails and beginner-friendly terrain, allowing you to practise new skills in a variety of conditions.
No prior mountain biking experience is required for this course. However, participants should be comfortable riding a bike on flat ground.
All skill levels are welcome as the session will be tailored to meet individual needs and progression goals.
With over 30 years of mountain biking knowledge and 14 years of coaching experience, Steve brings a wealth of expertise to every session. His credentials, including British Cycling certification and Cytech Level 2 mechanic skills, ensure that you're in capable hands.
The course is designed to suit every rider, with flexible one-to-one or group options to cater to your needs. With a relaxed and friendly approach, we make learning enjoyable and tailored to your goals, so you’ll leave the course with improved skills and greater confidence to hit the trails.
No prior mountain biking experience is necessary. The course is designed to suit all levels, from complete beginners to more experienced riders looking to refine their core skills.
The session will be tailored to your specific needs and current skill level.
You’ll need to bring your own mountain bike (or arrange hire), a helmet, and appropriate protective gear such as knee and elbow pads.
It’s also a good idea to bring water, snacks, and weather-appropriate clothing such as a rain jacket or warm layers, as the session is outdoors and can be subject to changing conditions.
Yes, bike hire can be arranged separately if you don’t have your own.
Please contact us using the contact details on your booking confirmation to ensure availability and get the correct bike size and type for your session.
Mountain biking is an all-weather sport, so the course will go ahead in most conditions. However, if the weather poses a safety risk (such as high winds or lightning), we may need to reschedule.
In such cases, we will contact you ahead of time to discuss options.
You should be comfortable riding a bike on flat ground, but you don’t need to be an endurance athlete!
The course is designed to focus on technique rather than speed, so the physical demands are moderate.
If you have any specific concerns about fitness or health conditions, please let us know in advance via the adventuro chat below.
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